Drafting Collection

Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks to Sultan Mehmed IV of the Ottoman Empire (colour litho)
5197260 Reply of the Zaporozhian Cossacks to Sultan Mehmed IV of the Ottoman Empire (colour litho) by Repin, Ilya Efimovich (1844-1930) (after); Private Collection; (add.info)

Flemish Milkmaid with her dog cart, Brussels, Belgium. Dog carts pulled by two or more dogs were historically used in Belgium and the Netherlands for delivering milk, bread, and other trades

Drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, 1944 (oil on panel)
5455681 Drafting the Declaration of Independence in 1776, 1944 (oil on panel) by Wyeth, Newell Convers (1882-1945); 58.4 x 76.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Committee of Five)

Drafting of the United States Declaration of Independence, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1776 (chromolitho)
5999039 Drafting of the United States Declaration of Independence, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 1776 (chromolitho) by Ferris

The Naval Mobilisation, "A"Squadron at Portsmouth (engraving)
1041429 The Naval Mobilisation, " A" Squadron at Portsmouth (engraving) by Staniland, Charles J. (1838-1916) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Naval Mobilisation)

Portrait of Henry and S. G. Lindeman with their son or grandson standing over shop
MNY381275 Portrait of Henry and S.G. Lindeman with their son or grandson standing over shop drawings for a piano, 1910 (silver gelatin print) by Byron Company (fl.1890-1942)

The Declaration Committee, published by Currier & Ives, New York (colour litho)
PNP330085 The Declaration Committee, published by Currier & Ives, New York (colour litho) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: known as the Committee of Five ; LtoR)

Sidney Kidman drafting Horses, Oakland Downs Station (b / w photo)
5988552 Sidney Kidman drafting Horses, Oakland Downs Station (b/w photo) by Australian Photographer (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Sidney Kidman drafting Horses)

The War in Eastern Asia (engraving)
729217 The War in Eastern Asia (engraving) by Woodville, Richard Caton II (1856-1927) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: The War in Eastern Asia: Chinese Levies Embarking on a Transport)

Technologys Orbits Date: 1950

Provost Guards attacking the rioters. New York draft riots, 13 - 16 July, 1863. The riots occured in response to Congress passing a law to draft men to fight in the American Civil War

The Connecticut Compromise 2006. Bradley Stevens American painter. Roger Sherman and Oliver Ellsworth in 1787 drafting The Great (or Connecticut) Compromise, a plan for representation in Congress

TRUMBULL, John (1756-1843). Declaration of Independence. ca. 1817 - ca. 1819. The five-man drafting committee presenting their draft of the Declaration to the Congress (June 28th, 1776)

Thomas Hardy, Churchman
THOMAS HARDY Scottish churchman, drafting his plan for the augmentation of stipends. Date: 1748 - 1798

A Conversation (The Artists Brothers, Peter and James Romney) A Conversation (the artists brothers, Peter and James Romney) Peter and James Romney The Artists Brothers, George Romney, 1734-1802

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Cattle in yards.drafting cattle - separating calf from.mother for branding, de-horning, .castrating and selecting the best steer for the meat market

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Cattle mustering - aerial photograph.Helicopters are used to push the cattle into yards for drafting.. Bushy Park Cattle Station, North Queensland, Australia Date:

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Cattle in yards.Cattle drafting - this involves separating calves from their mothers for branding dehorning and castrating and selecting the best steers for the meat market

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Cattle mustering.The cattle are being pushed by the mustering helicopter to the cattle yard for drafting.. Bushy Park Cattle Station, North Queensland, Australia Date:

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Cattle mustering - aerial image.Helicopters are used to push the cattle into yards for drafting.. Bushy Park Cattle Station, North Queensland, Australia Date:

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Cattle mustering - aerial photograph.Helicopters are used to push the cattle into yards for drafting. Note the use of a funnel shaped fence to direct the cattle

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Stockman and stockwoman with cow in pen.drafting cattle - separating calf from.mother for branding, de-horning, .castrating and selecting the best steer for the meat market

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Cattle in yard for drafting.separating calf from.mother for branding, de-horning, .castrating and selecting the best steer for the meat market

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Cattle in yards.Cattle drafting - separating calves from mothers for branding, dehorning and castrating, and selecting the best steers for the meat market

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Cattle mustering - aerial photograph.Helicopters are used to push the cattle into yards for drafting. Note the use of a funnel shaped fence to direct the cattle

John Trumbulls painting, Declaration of Independence, depicting the five-man drafting committee of the Declaration of Independence presenting their work to the Congress

Photoelastic stress patterns of French curves, viewed using polarised light. The plastic the French curves are made from is displaying coloured interference fringe patterns

Drafting the American Declaration of Independence
Scene at the Drafting the American Declaration of Independence - present are Franklin, Jefferson, Adams, Livingston and Sherman

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"From Milkmaids to Founding Fathers: The Art of Drafting" Step back in time and witness the art unfold through captivating images from various eras and locations. In Brussels, Belgium, a Flemish milkmaid gracefully maneuvers her dog cart, showcasing the skillful act with precision and grace. Fast forward to 1776 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where history was being made as the United States Declaration of Independence was being drafted. This monumental moment is captured in both oil on panel and chromolitho prints, immortalizing the birth of a nation. The importance extends beyond politics. In Portsmouth, an engraving captures "A" Squadron's naval mobilization - a testament to meticulous planning that ensures success on the high seas. It also plays a role in family businesses. A portrait depicts Henry and S. G. Lindeman standing proudly over their shop while their son or grandson observes - a passing down of knowledge through generations. Not limited to land or sea, even horses are subject to drafting techniques. Sidney Kidman demonstrates his expertise as he drafts horses at Oakland Downs Station - an essential skill for managing livestock effectively. Beyond borders lies another facet of drafting; this time seen during wartime conflicts such as the War in Eastern Asia or depicted vividly through Currier & Ives' color litho print titled "The Declaration Committee. " These illustrations remind us that even amidst chaos, careful planning can lead to victory. But it's not just historical events that benefit from drafting; technology too relies on precise calculations and designs. An image dated 1950 showcases how technological advancements orbit around accurate drafts. Lastly, we delve into artistic representations like John Trumbull's famous painting "Declaration of Independence, " which beautifully captures key figures engaged in intense deliberation during this pivotal moment in American history. Whether it be milkmaids navigating carts or world-changing documents taking shape before our eyes, these glimpses into the art remind us of its timeless importance in shaping our world.